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- Stress Reduction Techniques: 3 Proven Techniques To Reduce Your Stress - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2009 from Michael LeeEveryone needs to use stress reduction techniques. Since we live in such a fast-paced world, I wouldn’t be surprised if even ten-year-olds are feeling stressed out now. Our lifestyles haven’t exactly been the healthiest in the last 50 years either. There’s hardly anything we can do to reverse ...
Views: 1088 - Calming The Inner Voice - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2005 from Chris GreenStress. Depression. Anxiety. They’re powerful words that conjure up all kinds of images and prejudices in our minds. People who suffer from these illnesses find it hard to cope with life. They can feel deeply unhappy, they can find no joy in anything life has to offer, and of course, their ...
Views: 1087 - The Softening Practice - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2004 from Gregory NewmanI’m fascinated with people. Whether I’m standing in line at the grocery or sitting in an airport, I’m often noticing--with great curiosity--how we breathe, move and shape our bodies as we go through the world andrelate with each other. One of the things I’ve noticed is that many people are ...
Views: 1087(1 vote) - ***Is Stress Really the Problem? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from Kevin BurnsThe Global Business and Economic Roundtable on Addiction and Mental Health conducted a survey to determine the Top Ten Stressors at work. Here they are: * 10. "The treadmill syndrome" - Employees who consistently have too much or too little to do create a lot of stress. * 9. "Random ...
Views: 1086 - Meditation Exercise Tips: How do I Get Started in Meditation (Best for Newbies) - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Anna WehrMeditation techniques for beginners can help you earn the art of meditation. Meditating is a terrific way to find freedom from the stressful life you lead. It is understandable that you are a busy person. You are young and full of life, but your body and mind are forced to work within the ...
Views: 1086 - Stress of Being Praised - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2011 from Lynette CraneLast week, I looked at the evaluations of a talk I had just given. One was excellent; when I glanced at the page, I realized the name of the writer. “Oh,” I remarked, “that’s just a friend.” The implication was that since the writer was a friend, there was something less valid about the ...
Views: 1086 - Summertime Order - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowSeasonal Order; like it or not our summer months are beginning to wind down and the appearance of the fall festivities are beginning to line the shelves of the grocery stores; they are starting to show up on the local calendar of events and before we know it once again the cooler temperatures ...
Views: 1086(2 votes) - Increase Your Energy: A Powerful Formula - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2005 from Steve BrunkhorstWould you like to increase your energy level and dissolve stress more easily? Here is a simple yet powerful formula to remember: Goals + Action = EnergyChoose a Compelling GoalBegin by choosing a goal you would like to accomplish. Write it down in detail, describing exactly how you will know ...
Views: 1085 - Stress: Eliminate it From Your Life and Make Happiness Your Normal Lifestyle - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2006 from Joanie WinbergIs happiness and the feeling of gratitude what you feel on a daily basis or is stress and the feeling of being overwhelmed seem like a normal lifestyle? Has the feeling of being overwhelmed become so familiar that you don't know any other way to live your life? Being happy is a choice you ...
Views: 1085 - Wellness: The Secret to Holistic Growth and Prosperity - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2020 from Rosa ChillisWellness: The Secret to Holistic Growth and Prosperity Article by: Rosa Chillis, MAEd., CCC “Wellness encompasses a healthy body, a sound mind, and a tranquil spirit. Enjoy the journey as you strive for Wellness.”—Laurette Gagnon Beaulieu What is Wellness? People often think Wellness ...
Views: 1085 - Can you change the past? - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Lynette CraneCan you go back and change the past, or are you stuck with what you remember? That’s the key: what you remember. The fact is, our brains are stuffed with memories, only some of which we retrieve, convincing ourselves we have a true and complete picture of the past when in fact we have a ...
Views: 1084 - MENTAL HEALTH AND THE GYM - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2021 from Luke WillmottA gym is a place for physical & mental therapy. In fact, anywhere you feel comfortable training is. Fitness is significantly underrated when it comes to talking about the benefits it has on your mental health. The gym isn’t just a place to train, it is somewhere to grow both physically ...
Views: 1083 - Ten Signs Of Excessive Stress - by When it comes to stress, awareness is the first step
towards making a change. With this in mind, here are
ten signs of excessive stress:
1. Forgetfulness. Stress short-circuits your memory, at
least temporarily.
2. Irrational thinking. Under stress, it is hard to think
clearly and get ...
Views: 1082 - What is the issue about grey market tractors - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2019 from Peter MainGrey market tractors are often talked about, or written about ,in slightly hushed tones, as if there was something slightly under the table or under the counter about them. They also talked about often in very unpatriotic terms, as if someone buying them is undercutting people's jobs and ...
Views: 1082 - Your Energy Chakras - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Rebecca SheldonWhen you think about your body you probably tend to imagine your physical presence (your hair, face, arms, legs, etc.). But what about the other side of the coin? The energy side? We are not only made up of flesh and bone, we are also made up of energy. You can feel it when you are on a roller ...
Views: 1082 - 100 Ways for Freedom from Stress - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2021 from Dr.Purushothaman KollamStress is part and parcel of our day to day life. Every day from morning till we are asleep and also from birth to death each and everybody has to face one or other problem in life, which will create a lot of stress and strain. In fact, at one end we are trying to avoid stressful situations, but ...
Views: 1081 - Definition of Digital Health and Wellness - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2020 from Hayley KraftDigital wellness refers to being physically, socially and emotionally healthy amidst our technologically centered world. We use technology more often than not during the day, in almost every form you can think of. And this is only increasing year after year. Back in 2009, 32% of our free time ...
Views: 1080 - Pick yourself up, dust yourself off… - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2014 from Lynette CraneMaking a mistake or doing something klutzy can make anyone uncomfortable. Some people are more uncomfortable than others, going home, pulling the covers over their heads, and trying to sleep, haunted over and over by pictures of the embarrassing incident. Others apologize lightly and gracefully, ...
Views: 1080(1 vote) - MINI-RETREATS IN THE NICK OF TIME - How to Make Time Through Rest and Relaxation - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2010 from Julia JamesContrary to the widespread belief that rest and relaxation takes time, the opposite is true: rest and relaxation make time. Recently I was in a rush, riding my bike to an important appointment downtown. On my way over the bridge, I noticed that my tires were low. How frustrating! I knew a ...
Views: 1078 - Understanding Your Brain Waves-Does Using Only the Rational Mind Create Your Best Life? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Don NenningerPeole are taught that the rational mind is the final arbiter of good decision makingFor many people, the answer is yes. Why? Because many of these people feel a sense of safety dealing with life from the rational perspective. Life becomes a list of tasks that can be checked off the list. ...
Views: 1078(3 votes) - Are you a highly sensitive person? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Lynette CraneAre you one of those people who startles easily? Finds that you’re running a little too fast or being a little too concerned at what later look like minor events? You’re not crazy, you’re not alone, and it’s not your imagination, nor is it a lack of self control, as you may have imagined (or ...
Views: 1077(1 vote) - You Don't Have Give Up Your Job, Just Learn to Deal with High Employer Expectations - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Cameron CarterWhen you are searching for a job you notice that many of the ads in the classifieds have a long list of job duties and expectations that you must be able to perform or meet up to. However, if you have had a job previously you will know that employers expect more from their employees that what ...
Views: 1077 - Effective stress management is paramount to the well being and success of us all - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2012 from jenifer smithMany a clever person has said your health is your wealth and this is true not only in the physical sense but arguably more importantly in your spiritual and mental sense. The world in which we live is often full of targets, deadlines, demands and very often general stress, ineffective stress ...
Views: 1076 - Use the 'A-Frame' to Business Success - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2012 from Sheela MasandI always speak about the win-win-win, my favourite kind of result. And I am an advocate of making it as easy as possible for your clients and potential clients to come in and work with you wherever they happen to be on their path. That's why the A Frame is such a vital component to your ...
Views: 1075 - 3 Time Expansion Tips for Introvert - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2014 from Lynette CraneIntroverts often feel harried, trying to rush towards that time when they can kick back and relax, freed from all social – and other—obligation. This is especially true when the introvert works in a busy organization where much of what happens is not under the introvert’s control (unlike a ...
Views: 1073 - Underlying Issues - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Lynette CraneWhat’s the real source of your stress? Coaches and therapists will tell you that when people are stressed or angry, what they say they are upset about and what is the real cause are two different things. If a driver cut in front of you and made a rude gesture, is the irritation you feel ...
Views: 1073 - Adaptogens for Stress Treatment - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2009 from Curtis ReznicekWhen a human is under chronic stress from one or more of the four daily stressors, some systems in the body shut down and others are activated. The daily stressors include mental, physical, emotional, and environmental stress. Some of the systems that shut down include metabolism, digestion, ...
Views: 1072 - Can Migraines Be Controlled? - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2008 from Kelsie KenefickCan migraines be controlled? In most cases, YES! The pain of migraines is so horrible that, to many, it seems almost impossible to believe that they are controllable. How could something so painful be controlled simply by bringing the nervous system back into balance... back to “homeostasis”? ...
Views: 1072 - Handle Stress Like A Monk! - by Copyright © Lisa van den Berg
Firstly, let's define Stress.
Stress is defined simply as 'Change'.
Any kind of change. Be it Environmental, Physical, Emotional or Social - Good or Bad. As human beings we are naturally resistant to any type of change. So the prospect of anything in our ...
Views: 1072 - Are You Trapped By Your To-Do List? Get Out of Jail Now. - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Julie GrayHave you ever felt trapped by your to-do list? Like it was running your life instead of the other way around? You aren’t alone! This is a common theme among those I am fortunate enough to work with: How am I supposed to relax when I have so much TO DO? I feel your pain. I’ve been in ...
Views: 1070 - Enhance Your Personal Development With Self-Hypnosis - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Matt CashAny state associated with hypnosis is generally understood to be a synchronised state of peacefulness and attention because with hypnosis a person can easily access the subconscious mind and hence plant any ideas or believes there. Understanding this meaning, you can infer that hypnosis could be ...
Views: 1070 - Job Stress: Not Impossible to Deal With - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Kevin SinclairMost people have a job, and you are probably most people. There is a strong chance however that your job situation is extremely stressful, and with that being the case, you are probably finding it to be quite uncomfortable at times. Stress is a normal part of the working environment no matter ...
Views: 1070 - So what exactly is stress and stress management? - by From a practical point of view, stress can be considered to be any physical, chemical, or emotional development causing strains which can lead to physical illness. An authority on stress, the Canadian physician Hans Selye, identified three defining stages of the human stress response:
1. Alarm: ...
Views: 1070 - Five Keys Things to Help Reduce Your Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2008 from Linda PucciMost of us are in the middle of holiday preparations. Unfortunately, for many of us, it is a time that becomes more and more stressful every year. Holiday stress can negatively affect us in three areas--physically, financially and emotionally. When we are stressed we can become physically ...
Views: 1069 - Working Moms: Take Charge of Your To-Do List in 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Julie ZeffIf you are like most working moms I know, then you have a to-do list a mile long. And, everything on that list is of the utmost importance, leaving you feeling constantly overwhelmed and ineffective. On that list are things like taking care of your kids and family, connecting with your partner, ...
Views: 1069 - Coping Mechanisms - by Submitted on May 29, 2020 from Lee OdescalchiEvery day, whether it’s a fantastic day, a so-so one, a day of crisis, or during a pandemic, life is happening to you. Life calls upon you to decide how to respond, and how you choose to act makes a big difference in the quality of your life: how effective you are, and how happy you are. Would ...
Views: 1068 - Finding Calm in a Crazy World: 10 Steps for Fostering Inner Peace During Turmoil - by Submitted on May 07, 2020 from Dr. Bradley NelsonThese days as we face ongoing uncertainty over the coronavirus pandemic, one thing we can all use more of is inner peace. We need ways to stay calm and focused on what matters most to us amid a barrage of news that’s often unsettling, sad, or scary. In this crazy world of seemingly constant ...
Views: 1068 - Learn from Frustration - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2008 from Annelies HilgersOne line is very important in my life. It is this one: Whatever happens to me it will turn out to be the best thing that could happen. Maybe you get angry when you hear this. But for my life it is true. And I faced some terrible situations in my life. I don't want to tell you too much about ...
Views: 1068 - Pointers For Getting Your Stress Level Down - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaUnfortunately, stress is something that cannot be avoided for most people in the world. But, that does not mean that it cannot be managed. Learning the proper way to deal with stress can make your life a much happier one. The following article is going to give you a few great tips for dealing ...
Views: 1068 - Ease That Stress Away With These Helpful Tricks - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaSome individuals deal with stress so often that simply reading this article may cause them to become a little stressed out. Others are lucky enough to only experience it sporadically. But whether you're dealing with it habitually or just every now and again, here are some tips you can use to get ...
Views: 1067 - What your mess is trying to tell you - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Hope TackaberryThe state of that which surrounds us..is within us… Look around you, really look around. Is your environment organized? Are you wearing your favorite clothes or your power clothes? Are they clean? Are you feeling physically and emotionally fit and in charge of your life? If not, look at ...
Views: 1067(2 votes) - The Holiday Time and Energy Bandits - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2014 from Lynette CraneTime and energy bandits are habits and thought processes that can suck you dry, leaving you exhausted and harried. One of these bandits, which particularly rears its head at the holiday season, is perfectionism. Now perfectionism is a wonderful trait – in its place. Some of the places ...
Views: 1066 - Easy Tips To Help Tackle Stress In Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaMany people are dealing with stressful situations on the home-front, work, and in their social circle, and they are turning to food, alcohol and shopping as ways to deal with it. These are unhelpful approaches; this article should help give you some tips to deal with the stress in life in a ...
Views: 1065 - Reduce Your Stress and be Healthier - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Kathryn BeachIs stress a factor in your life? Did you know that nine out of ten people say they experience high levels of stress several times a week? And one out of four of us have high stress levels every day. What you may not know is that your stress may be impacting your health. Chronic stress weakens ...
Views: 1065 - Top 3 Stress Relief Approaches That You Just Ought to Not Miss - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from Gloria GrissomHere are three extremely effective stress relief techniques that you are able to apply right away to help you acquire your tension under control. We are pestered with all sorts of exhausting concerns everyday, nevertheless the majority of us are useless of maintaining it under command. These ...
Views: 1065 - Introvert Nervousness – Friend or Foe? - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2014 from Lynette Crane“I’m now able to give a talk in public, but I’m still nervous. I guess I won’t ever get over it.” The speaker was a woman in one of my seminars, and the topic was introversion and public speaking. Her assumption was that because she was an introvert, nervousness was always there, ready to ...
Views: 1064 - You Can Enjoy That Holiday Party! - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Alec BorensteinIt’s that time of year again. Time for the barrage of holiday parties. There are the nice, small intimate gatherings. We like those, right? And then there are the large, “I don’t know anyone here” parties that make us nervous. We check our phones to look like we are doing something, to hide ...
Views: 1062(1 vote) - New Ways To Reduce Stress In Your Life - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Ramil MorlaBeing stressed out is something that everyone can identify with. Stress can be an unwelcome companion, but if you think of ways to handle it well, you won't even notice it's there. Being prepared helps, and that's where this article comes in. Here are some smart ways to cope with stress so that ...
Views: 1061 - More Symptoms Of Stress - Eleven Warning Signs That Stress Is Affecting Your Emotional Health - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2008 from Elisabeth KuhnYour stress symptoms may or may not include the tell-tale physical signs such as headaches, shaky hands, palpitations, dry mouth, and so on -- yet. But there may be plenty of other signs that all is not well. In fact, the kind of "stress tips" people sometimes dish out to their stressed-out ...
Views: 1059 - Useful Tips For Dealing With Stress Successfully - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2007 from Dr John AnneStress is an irksome part of our existence. Everyone faces stress, almost every day. Stress prevails everywhere. If you are at your home, you may experience stress for not being able to decide the simple menu for the breakfast. Workplace is a stressful place, almost every time you need to ...
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